Rep. Scott Moore

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 604 expresses the legislature's support for expanding transportation services available to veterans in the state who are receiving medical care. This resolution encourages efforts to improve how veterans can access necessary medical appointments and treatment.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits medical providers from reporting unpaid medical debt to credit reporting agencies in South Dakota. It directly affects healthcare providers, medical collection agencies, and consumers with outstanding medical bills. The law includes a penalty provision for violations, though specific penalty amounts are not detailed in the title. This change aims to prevent medical debt from impacting consumers' credit scores.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires manufacturers of agricultural equipment in South Dakota to allow independent repair providers and equipment owners to perform certain repairs. It mandates that manufacturers provide necessary parts, tools, and technical information to enable these repairs without requiring the use of authorized service centers. The law aims to increase competition and reduce repair costs for farmers and agricultural businesses by preventing manufacturers from restricting repair services to their own technicians. This policy change applies to all agricultural equipment manufacturers operating within the state and affects both the equipment owners and third-party repair shops.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate Concurrent Resolution that formally acknowledges and celebrates the sister-state relationship between South Dakota and Taiwan. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the diplomatic and cultural ties between the two regions. The resolution is intended to honor the existing partnership without altering any legal or governmental procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes creating a standardized system to award academic credit or certification for military service in South Dakota. It would establish clear guidelines for how veterans can receive recognition for their service through educational institutions. The legislation aims to streamline the process by setting uniform standards across different schools and organizations. This change would directly benefit military service members seeking academic credit for their training and experience. The bill focuses on administrative procedures rather than altering existing laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows South Dakota sheriffs to charge a fee for serving legal documents, regardless of whether the service is successfully completed. The provision directly affects sheriffs and the individuals or entities receiving legal process by permitting fees to be assessed even when service attempts fail. This change expands the financial compensation available to sheriffs for their efforts in serving documents, without guaranteeing that the service will be successful. The bill does not alter the legal requirements for service but adjusts the fee structure associated with the sheriff's role in the process.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to honor Joelle Simpson of Rapid City by designating her as Miss South Dakota. The legislation would formally recognize her title within the state's records and likely involve ceremonial acknowledgment of her achievement. It directly affects Joelle Simpson and the state's official recognition of its Miss America representatives. The bill does not alter existing laws or policies but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge her role in the state's pageant history.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes law enforcement officers to temporarily detain individuals who are reasonably suspected of committing a crime and establishes penalties for violations of this detention authority. The legislation directly affects police officers and individuals who may be detained under these new provisions. It creates a legal framework for temporary detention based on reasonable suspicion rather than probable cause, while also defining the consequences for those who resist or violate the detention process. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines for law enforcement interactions while maintaining accountability through specified penalties.

Maddy summaryHB 1183 modifies the funding formula for certain school districts in South Dakota by adjusting the base amount of other revenue available to them. This change directly impacts the financial resources that specific school districts can access for their operations. The bill does not specify the exact amount of the adjustment or the criteria for which districts qualify. It represents a policy change in how state revenue is distributed to support local education funding.

Maddy summaryHB 1140 establishes oversight procedures for the governor's use of emergency powers in South Dakota. The bill requires the governor to submit written reports to the legislature detailing the reasons for declaring an emergency and the specific actions taken during the emergency period. It also mandates that emergency declarations include clear expiration dates and outlines the process for legislative review of emergency orders. This legislation directly affects the governor's authority to declare emergencies and impacts state agencies and officials who implement emergency measures. The bill aims to create a structured framework for accountability while maintaining the governor's ability to respond to urgent situations.